# #20: Building Player-First Experiences with Melanie Gross

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Podcast: [Level Up with Wondr](https://stenobird.com/podcast/level-up-with-wondr-7077023)
Published: 2025-04-29T21:41:27+00:00
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## Resource

Melanie Gross joins the podcast to discuss what she's learned in her two decades of experience in the iGaming industry, from her start in engineering to her current role as Senior Vice President and Head of Product at Golden Hearts Games. She shares stories about some pivotal moments and projects throughout her career as well as her love of start-up environments and her passion for building and managing effective teams.

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